Etoxazole

Description

Introduction and Mode of Action: Etoxazole is a contact and non-systemic acaricide belonging to the mite growth regulators (MGRs) group. It acts by disrupting the normal development of mites during molting, leading to their death.

Application and Dosage:

Pre-Harvest Interval (PHI): The interval between the last spraying and harvest for apples is 21 days.

Application Method:

1. Select and calibrate a suitable sprayer.
2. Dissolve the recommended amount of pesticide in a small amount of water.
3. Pour the prepared solution into a half-filled sprayer tank.
4. While stirring, add the remaining required water.
5. The sprayer agitator must remain active during preparation and application.

Precautions:

• Avoid ingesting, contaminating food and animal feed, skin and eye contact, inhaling spray particles, eating, or drinking during spraying.
• Wear protective clothing, including a work uniform, hat, goggles, mask, boots, and impermeable gloves.
• After spraying, wash clothes and body thoroughly.
• Smoking is strictly prohibited during spraying.
• Do not reuse empty pesticide containers.
• Store empty containers away from water sources and dispose of them according to national environmental regulations.
• Transport must comply with international hazardous materials regulations.

Storage Conditions:

• Keep Etoxazole out of reach of children and animals.
• Store in its original packaging in sealed warehouses, away from sunlight, moisture, and livestock.
• Storage temperature: between 10°C and 35°C.
• Once the seal is broken, the shelf life decreases.
• Do not store the pesticide in aqueous solution form.

Poisoning Symptoms and First Aid:

Symptoms include headache, dizziness, nausea, and vision disturbances.

• If the pesticide comes into contact with the face or body, immediately wash the affected area several times with soap and water.
• In case of poisoning symptoms, seek immediate medical attention and show the pesticide label to the doctor.

Environmental Toxicity:

• This pesticide has low toxicity to honeybees.
• Keep livestock and poultry away before spraying.
• Prevent grazing in freshly treated areas.
• Do not contaminate drinking water sources, including rivers, stagnant water, and groundwater, with the pesticide or its solution.
• Do not wash spraying equipment near rivers or flowing water.

Antidote:

• No specific antidote is available. In case of poisoning with Etoxazole, consult a doctor immediately.